Moshood appointed Police Commissioner for Lagos

Inspector-General of Police (I-G) Olukayode Egbetokun has approved the deployment of Mr Jimoh Moshood as the new Commissioner of Police (CP) in charge of Lagos State.

The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, announced this in a statement on Monday in Abuja.

He said the deployment was part of the I-G’s strategy to bolster internal security and enhance operational effectiveness in policing the country.

Moshood previously served in key positions, including CP Communications Ops, Force Headquarters, Force Public Relations Officer, and CP Eastern Port, Rivers.

Adejobi stated that Moshood’s extensive experience in communications, administration, and public relations, combined with his operational expertise, made him suitable to lead the Police Command in Lagos State.

He said the appointment aimed to strengthen coordination among units, enhance community engagement, and uphold professionalism in Lagos State policing.

Adejobi added that the I-G had instructed Moshood to uphold the rule of law and maintain operational excellence in his new role.

He also said the I-G urged Moshood to lead with integrity, enforce discipline, and implement proactive strategies to safeguard lives and property.